A warm welcome to the inaugural Golf Monthly Editor’s Choice awards, celebrating the most game-changing equipment innovations of 2018.

Although performance certainly played a part in deciding what made the list, we were first and foremost looking for creativity – products that overcame challenges in a unique, innovative way.

The items featured move the needle in their respective categories, whether it be for the way they look and feel or help golfers enjoy the game even more. We’ve covered the best of the best in every category, from drivers and putters to clothing and shoes. Golf is in a great place, and you’ve never been better equipped to make this year your best ever.

To clarify, it wasn’t possible for brands to influence consideration or buy entry into our Editor’s Choice list – all 78 of the products we have selected are here on merit alone. Once the list had been finalised, we offered brands the opportunity to celebrate the inclusion of their product(s) in Editor’s Choice and enhance their listing. Some of the enhanced listings feature a special video. The opinions within them are solely those of the Golf Monthly editorial team.